what was it like? mainly i want to know if there were a lot of parties or not so much, and also about the weather i.e. snowfall.For anyone that went to Husson College in Bangor, Maine?
Yeah it's cold. Also, are you a router or something? Anyway, did you know Stephen King the writer is from Maine. Uh, I'm pretty sure there aren't too many clubs there. The college kids are gonna party, though. Plenty of drinking though. Also, you can swing by Boston, MA which is a few hours away.
Thursday, January 26, 2012
When is the best time to visit New England?
My family and I are planning a visit to New England, Maine and New Hampshire to be exact. We were wondering when would be the best time to go? What is the weather like during the year, when is it the most snow, when is it the most rain, when is it the hottest, etc.When is the best time to visit New England?
here are some sites that might help.
the peak is often in october but it varies from year to year and from state to state. new hampshire and vermont are my favorite states to visit at that time.
be prepared for crowds and book your travel early.When is the best time to visit New England?
You can get information on climate from any number of weather sites, just Google it. New England covers a huge area from coastal to mountain, cities to farmland. I have visited in spring and fall (autumn) and am staggered by the sheer beauty and diversity of the area. I suppose a great deal depends on whether you want to shop (Boston) or sight see, adventure or pure relaxation. New England has the lot. I have explored the forest areas of Vermont (including a tour of Ben and Jerry's ice cream factory) and the historic covered bridges of Connecticut and Vermont as well as the Maine coastline and sea side towns and villages. There are also the historic areas of Massachusetts including Salem famous for its witch trials. I suppose New England is most renowned for the autumnal experience of the "Fall". Unfortunately this is when most folk go and some are disappointed as the fall is hard to predict within a period of a month to six weeks. We even stayed in the Vermont house once owned by Rudyard Kipling, where he wrote The Jungle Book and other works, that is available through The Landmark Trust for short and week hires and is a memorable experience. www.landmarktrust.org.uk. Get online and check out the options according to your own preferences. I am sure you will not be disappointed.When is the best time to visit New England?
A good time to come is May. The beaches are opening but not much tourism is coming yet. Also school is still in session so the culture towns such as Portsmouth or North Conway will be less crowded. Fall is also nice with the foliage but it can be hard to predict when the best foliage will be as it usually varies year to year. All in all its a great place anytime except between Dec. and Mar. due to the snowy weather. Most of the fun things to do in New England are outdoors and stay closed from Nov. to Apr.
The best time to visit New England is in the fall. The daytime temperature is usually in the 60's and the colors on the trees are amazing. There would be snow on the ground from around late November to mid April, sometimes earlier or later. It tends to rain a lot in March and April. The hottest month is July or August.book clubs italian translation to english
here are some sites that might help.
the peak is often in october but it varies from year to year and from state to state. new hampshire and vermont are my favorite states to visit at that time.
be prepared for crowds and book your travel early.When is the best time to visit New England?
You can get information on climate from any number of weather sites, just Google it. New England covers a huge area from coastal to mountain, cities to farmland. I have visited in spring and fall (autumn) and am staggered by the sheer beauty and diversity of the area. I suppose a great deal depends on whether you want to shop (Boston) or sight see, adventure or pure relaxation. New England has the lot. I have explored the forest areas of Vermont (including a tour of Ben and Jerry's ice cream factory) and the historic covered bridges of Connecticut and Vermont as well as the Maine coastline and sea side towns and villages. There are also the historic areas of Massachusetts including Salem famous for its witch trials. I suppose New England is most renowned for the autumnal experience of the "Fall". Unfortunately this is when most folk go and some are disappointed as the fall is hard to predict within a period of a month to six weeks. We even stayed in the Vermont house once owned by Rudyard Kipling, where he wrote The Jungle Book and other works, that is available through The Landmark Trust for short and week hires and is a memorable experience. www.landmarktrust.org.uk. Get online and check out the options according to your own preferences. I am sure you will not be disappointed.When is the best time to visit New England?
A good time to come is May. The beaches are opening but not much tourism is coming yet. Also school is still in session so the culture towns such as Portsmouth or North Conway will be less crowded. Fall is also nice with the foliage but it can be hard to predict when the best foliage will be as it usually varies year to year. All in all its a great place anytime except between Dec. and Mar. due to the snowy weather. Most of the fun things to do in New England are outdoors and stay closed from Nov. to Apr.
The best time to visit New England is in the fall. The daytime temperature is usually in the 60's and the colors on the trees are amazing. There would be snow on the ground from around late November to mid April, sometimes earlier or later. It tends to rain a lot in March and April. The hottest month is July or August.
My dad claims that people from Massachusetts did not come to the aid of the country during the war of 1812?
He claims they refused to let their militia serve outside boston and that Maine was mainly conquered by Britain through Mainer cowardice and that's the reason for the bad weather in New England. Is this true?My dad claims that people from Massachusetts did not come to the aid of the country during the war of 1812?
So, the heavens have ever frowned on the selfishness of New Englanders, eh?
Well, if you believe in a world governed by the direct intervention of various gods and demons and of course an active place for magic, then that is the kind of tale that would certainly invoke retribution.
However, it is not true that that the War of 1812 was entirely ignored by New Englanders. First, one of the reasons for the war was protection of American shipping and seamen - "freedom of the seas" - from British predations. This was the consequence of Britain declaring that neutrality of shipping was not to be respected during the latter stages of her long war against Napoleon. This was an especially important matter to New Englanders.
American naval strength during the war was expressed mainly by the nation's small but respected fleet of "frigates," smaller warships armed with between 32 and 44 cannon. These strongly-built vessels were contructed in different ports around the U.S., including Salem, Massachussetts. New Englanders were killed in the dozens when the Essex, out of Salem, was trapped by British warships in the neutral port of Valparaiso, and in violation of the laws of neutrality was battered to bits by the Brits.My dad claims that people from Massachusetts did not come to the aid of the country during the war of 1812?
Contrary to public perception, there wasn't an overture, it was a plot inspired by communists.My dad claims that people from Massachusetts did not come to the aid of the country during the war of 1812?
He's right! The people of New England and the Acadians(New brunswick, PEI, Nova Scotia), were very friendly to each other. I remember reading once that the gov of Mass once said something like "If the good people of Nova Scotia promise not to bare arms against me, I shall not bare arms against them." There was even a story that the town of Calais, Maine had no gun powder for it 4th of July celebration, and the British fort at St. Stephen, New Brunswick gave the town some from their own supply!
As to the militia, yes that is true. The militia did not have to fight outside of the American lands. They were created to protect, not for offensive attacks. Many actually invoked this right in the ill fated attack on Queenston heights(Niagara Falls, Ontario). After watching the first wave of "Regular" troops get slaughtered by General Brock's British and Native Indians led by Joseph Brant, someone in the militia remembered that they didn't have to fight on foreign soil and so they sat safely on the other side of the river, and watched the butchery. Best seats in the house though!
Is your Dad realy that old?
So, the heavens have ever frowned on the selfishness of New Englanders, eh?
Well, if you believe in a world governed by the direct intervention of various gods and demons and of course an active place for magic, then that is the kind of tale that would certainly invoke retribution.
However, it is not true that that the War of 1812 was entirely ignored by New Englanders. First, one of the reasons for the war was protection of American shipping and seamen - "freedom of the seas" - from British predations. This was the consequence of Britain declaring that neutrality of shipping was not to be respected during the latter stages of her long war against Napoleon. This was an especially important matter to New Englanders.
American naval strength during the war was expressed mainly by the nation's small but respected fleet of "frigates," smaller warships armed with between 32 and 44 cannon. These strongly-built vessels were contructed in different ports around the U.S., including Salem, Massachussetts. New Englanders were killed in the dozens when the Essex, out of Salem, was trapped by British warships in the neutral port of Valparaiso, and in violation of the laws of neutrality was battered to bits by the Brits.My dad claims that people from Massachusetts did not come to the aid of the country during the war of 1812?
Contrary to public perception, there wasn't an overture, it was a plot inspired by communists.My dad claims that people from Massachusetts did not come to the aid of the country during the war of 1812?
He's right! The people of New England and the Acadians(New brunswick, PEI, Nova Scotia), were very friendly to each other. I remember reading once that the gov of Mass once said something like "If the good people of Nova Scotia promise not to bare arms against me, I shall not bare arms against them." There was even a story that the town of Calais, Maine had no gun powder for it 4th of July celebration, and the British fort at St. Stephen, New Brunswick gave the town some from their own supply!
As to the militia, yes that is true. The militia did not have to fight outside of the American lands. They were created to protect, not for offensive attacks. Many actually invoked this right in the ill fated attack on Queenston heights(Niagara Falls, Ontario). After watching the first wave of "Regular" troops get slaughtered by General Brock's British and Native Indians led by Joseph Brant, someone in the militia remembered that they didn't have to fight on foreign soil and so they sat safely on the other side of the river, and watched the butchery. Best seats in the house though!
Is your Dad realy that old?
How far is the drive from Portsmouth to Boston?
We are considering a duty station in Portsmouth, Maine. We've heard there's a lot to do in Boston (obviously). Is there anything we should know about the area? We are from Houston (so obviously the weather will be different), but what else should we expect? Advice? What are some must-sees of the area? What's the best place to live up there - if you enjoy the country?How far is the drive from Portsmouth to Boston?
MacCuriou... is quite correct.
It is somewhat peculiar that none of the prior Answerers remarked how the old downtown of Portsmouth is quite interesting in its own right, a historic former fishing port that became somewhat decayed but was "discovered" in the 6os and 70s by yuppies and gays who preserved and rehabbed the (mostly brick, colonial architecture) buildings into living areas, fine restaurants, shops, galleries, entertainment places, a museum, etc., etc. so that downtown Portsmouth is a bit of a destination place. Similarly charmingly preserved towns and small cities line the coastline between Boston and Portland and you may find that to be one of the most enjoyable things of your stay (plus of course the fresh caught lobster, but on the other hand be advised that Gulf of Maine shrimp are smaller, less firm and stronger flavored than Gulf of Mexico shrimp so they are not as good eaten plain boiled with cocktail saauce or butter, but are better in shrimp spreads, tapinades and for Scandinavian shrimp recipes).
Being that Portsmouth is in the Portland to Richmond (VA) megalopolis I have no idea what ShouldBeW... means by stating that by your coming from a big city (Houston) you might have culture shock. Perhaps politically, changing from deep red Texas to pure blue New England.
Finally, Christoph...Griffen is partially incorrect vis a vis sales taxes. NH has a 7% tax but it is only on restaurant meals and take-out prepared foods. And I thought that food and clothes were exempt in ME (as they are in MA).
The Naval station there is great. The drive is about 60ish miles and 1 hour long.
Go to York Beach in the summer - its beautiful there. Go to the factory outlet stores in kittery. You are moving to a great place!
You are not going to be far from Portland, home of the SeaDogs (baseball). The Cumberland County Civic Center is in downtown Portland.
You can also go to the Brunswick NAS in Brunswick, ME before it closes. It was on the BRAC list to be closed :( .
There is 5% tax on everything purchased in Maine. No sales tax in New Hampshire.How far is the drive from Portsmouth to Boston?
It is actually Portsmouth, New Hampshire which is just over the bridge from Kittery, Maine. The drive is about 70 miles and if traffic is good should take a little over an hour. If you goto Boston frequently, you may want to take the commuter rail from Newburyport or Salem. The rail is faster if the traffic is heavy.
Boston is a nice city with a lot of history. Lots of young adults that are career oriented. There are a lot of bars and Irish themes.
Portsmouth is a nice little city with great nightlife and extremely safe.
Have fun.
Ok so we got you goin to portsmouth,NH to the Portsmouth Naval Ship Yard (imguessing) In Kittery, ME makes sense i know. Ok so Kittery has tons of shopping and outlets. Downtown Portsmouth has shops that you cant find other places. Lots of resturanmts and history. Gilieys is an awsome place if u like hot dogs and fires. Your not far from other things as well, Skiing (great fun) or snow boarding, the lakes region in NH is about 1.5 hours Portland, ME is about an hour north. There are cruises out of Portsmouth that go to islnads off the coast, and Boston is iusually with not a lot of traffic and Hour, everyone who it is taking 1.5 is wither in the slow lane or go the long way. You can get the subway from Revere into boston which lessens the amout you pay because of the Bridge Toll. The beaches are also a great thing to see. Hampton Beach in NH which is south of portsmouth is great, very livley in the summer. Portsmouth is a great city so is Kittery. Yes climate is a lot differnt. Warm weather tweo weeks ago to 5 degrees this morning. So, and everhtintg covered in ice.
if you move up here i hope you enjoy yourslef
o and our accent, youll get use toHow far is the drive from Portsmouth to Boston?
Portsmouth should take you about an hour an a half out of the city. If you're going to be living up there, it's a nice town. If you are from a big city it will be a culture shock perhaps. But Boston is full of history and you'll be right in the heart of that great New England feel. Come for a visit before making any decisions!
roughly 2 hours... Portsmouth is BEAUTIFULL.... Yes COLD but georgeous
MacCuriou... is quite correct.
It is somewhat peculiar that none of the prior Answerers remarked how the old downtown of Portsmouth is quite interesting in its own right, a historic former fishing port that became somewhat decayed but was "discovered" in the 6os and 70s by yuppies and gays who preserved and rehabbed the (mostly brick, colonial architecture) buildings into living areas, fine restaurants, shops, galleries, entertainment places, a museum, etc., etc. so that downtown Portsmouth is a bit of a destination place. Similarly charmingly preserved towns and small cities line the coastline between Boston and Portland and you may find that to be one of the most enjoyable things of your stay (plus of course the fresh caught lobster, but on the other hand be advised that Gulf of Maine shrimp are smaller, less firm and stronger flavored than Gulf of Mexico shrimp so they are not as good eaten plain boiled with cocktail saauce or butter, but are better in shrimp spreads, tapinades and for Scandinavian shrimp recipes).
Being that Portsmouth is in the Portland to Richmond (VA) megalopolis I have no idea what ShouldBeW... means by stating that by your coming from a big city (Houston) you might have culture shock. Perhaps politically, changing from deep red Texas to pure blue New England.
Finally, Christoph...Griffen is partially incorrect vis a vis sales taxes. NH has a 7% tax but it is only on restaurant meals and take-out prepared foods. And I thought that food and clothes were exempt in ME (as they are in MA).
The Naval station there is great. The drive is about 60ish miles and 1 hour long.
Go to York Beach in the summer - its beautiful there. Go to the factory outlet stores in kittery. You are moving to a great place!
You are not going to be far from Portland, home of the SeaDogs (baseball). The Cumberland County Civic Center is in downtown Portland.
You can also go to the Brunswick NAS in Brunswick, ME before it closes. It was on the BRAC list to be closed :( .
There is 5% tax on everything purchased in Maine. No sales tax in New Hampshire.How far is the drive from Portsmouth to Boston?
It is actually Portsmouth, New Hampshire which is just over the bridge from Kittery, Maine. The drive is about 70 miles and if traffic is good should take a little over an hour. If you goto Boston frequently, you may want to take the commuter rail from Newburyport or Salem. The rail is faster if the traffic is heavy.
Boston is a nice city with a lot of history. Lots of young adults that are career oriented. There are a lot of bars and Irish themes.
Portsmouth is a nice little city with great nightlife and extremely safe.
Have fun.
Ok so we got you goin to portsmouth,NH to the Portsmouth Naval Ship Yard (imguessing) In Kittery, ME makes sense i know. Ok so Kittery has tons of shopping and outlets. Downtown Portsmouth has shops that you cant find other places. Lots of resturanmts and history. Gilieys is an awsome place if u like hot dogs and fires. Your not far from other things as well, Skiing (great fun) or snow boarding, the lakes region in NH is about 1.5 hours Portland, ME is about an hour north. There are cruises out of Portsmouth that go to islnads off the coast, and Boston is iusually with not a lot of traffic and Hour, everyone who it is taking 1.5 is wither in the slow lane or go the long way. You can get the subway from Revere into boston which lessens the amout you pay because of the Bridge Toll. The beaches are also a great thing to see. Hampton Beach in NH which is south of portsmouth is great, very livley in the summer. Portsmouth is a great city so is Kittery. Yes climate is a lot differnt. Warm weather tweo weeks ago to 5 degrees this morning. So, and everhtintg covered in ice.
if you move up here i hope you enjoy yourslef
o and our accent, youll get use toHow far is the drive from Portsmouth to Boston?
Portsmouth should take you about an hour an a half out of the city. If you're going to be living up there, it's a nice town. If you are from a big city it will be a culture shock perhaps. But Boston is full of history and you'll be right in the heart of that great New England feel. Come for a visit before making any decisions!
roughly 2 hours... Portsmouth is BEAUTIFULL.... Yes COLD but georgeous
Where to go for very relaxing holiday without British masses?
We want to go away for a fortnight in late Sept / early Oct. The primary aim is to wind down, so it would be great to be able to swim every day, lie out in sunshine, read novels, maybe walk in pretty scenery or see wildlife. Good snorkelling, or availability of spa treatments would be a definite bonus.
We've been to the Maldives several times and liked it there a lot. Also liked Bali, Canadian Rockies, Sweden, Maine, South Africa, Caribbean. The essentials are a comfy bed, vegetarian options on the menu, and peace and quiet. We tend to dislike anywhere we find large amounts of Brits, especially places that are famed for their nightlife, eg we hated Malia in Crete, Bugibba in Malta, Cavos in Corfu. Would also avoid bad weather or political instability.
We like to either go somewhere luxurious (but at a bargain price, due to a late deal or good exchange rate) or somewhere that is not a corporate resort (eg an eco-lodge or local boutique hotel).
Any inspiring ideas?Where to go for very relaxing holiday without British masses?
if you are coming from britain w/ pounds now is the time to go to usa. your pound will get you almost 2x in dollars!!!!! try florida or southern ca or hawaii.....Where to go for very relaxing holiday without British masses?
I love going on spa holidays. You can try out Mandala Spa and Villas, the Farm at San Benito in Batangas, and check out -http://www.eden-island.com/ (Eden Island Resort and Spa, its located in ****** Occidental) you will have great spa retreats, not so many BRITS and at a bargain price. Google them. They are all located in the Philippines. Safe and one of the best in the world its just that promotion is mostly by word of mouth not by advertising. Let me know if you have found something that interests you- yunesa@yahoo.comWhere to go for very relaxing holiday without British masses?
The beaches of Tunisia - Sidi bou said, Hammemet.
Or Corsica? Carribean? Hawaii because the pound is killing the dollar right now!
We've been to the Maldives several times and liked it there a lot. Also liked Bali, Canadian Rockies, Sweden, Maine, South Africa, Caribbean. The essentials are a comfy bed, vegetarian options on the menu, and peace and quiet. We tend to dislike anywhere we find large amounts of Brits, especially places that are famed for their nightlife, eg we hated Malia in Crete, Bugibba in Malta, Cavos in Corfu. Would also avoid bad weather or political instability.
We like to either go somewhere luxurious (but at a bargain price, due to a late deal or good exchange rate) or somewhere that is not a corporate resort (eg an eco-lodge or local boutique hotel).
Any inspiring ideas?Where to go for very relaxing holiday without British masses?
if you are coming from britain w/ pounds now is the time to go to usa. your pound will get you almost 2x in dollars!!!!! try florida or southern ca or hawaii.....Where to go for very relaxing holiday without British masses?
I love going on spa holidays. You can try out Mandala Spa and Villas, the Farm at San Benito in Batangas, and check out -http://www.eden-island.com/ (Eden Island Resort and Spa, its located in ****** Occidental) you will have great spa retreats, not so many BRITS and at a bargain price. Google them. They are all located in the Philippines. Safe and one of the best in the world its just that promotion is mostly by word of mouth not by advertising. Let me know if you have found something that interests you- yunesa@yahoo.comWhere to go for very relaxing holiday without British masses?
The beaches of Tunisia - Sidi bou said, Hammemet.
Or Corsica? Carribean? Hawaii because the pound is killing the dollar right now!
What are some great spots in New England to catch an amazing sunset?
My friend and I are very into taking mini road trips and we decided that since the weather is getting warmer that we should try and catch an amazing sunset one of these times. We just dont even know where find one. If anyone knows of any great spots in Mass, New Hampshire, or Maine preferably that would be awesome!What are some great spots in New England to catch an amazing sunset?
All over Cape Cod, Massachusetts there are very nice sunsets. But you can go almost anywhere in new england to get a nice sunset.
All over Cape Cod, Massachusetts there are very nice sunsets. But you can go almost anywhere in new england to get a nice sunset.
Weather in NewEngland/Canada in august?
I am going on august 11th for 9 days on a canada new england cruise.
We will first be going to 2 dpots in maine than to hallifax and newbrunswick in canada, followed by massachusetts. Does anyone know what the weather is usually in that area around that time? Because we are hoping its not rainy season, thanks.Weather in NewEngland/Canada in august?
There can be rain depending on what hurricanes move up the coast, they are usually fizzled out by the time they get passed the Carolinas but usually carry heavy rains for a couple days, other than that it tends to be occasional rain as humidity builds up
The temperatures vary greatly though from Boston to Halifax
it is usually High 70s in Nova Scotia and high 80s in BostonWeather in NewEngland/Canada in august?
It's normally comfortably warn in daytime, cooling off in the evenings. While expect clear skies, rain is always a possibility. Unless a dying tropical storm shows up, rain shouldn't last too long.Weather in NewEngland/Canada in august?
There are usually scattered frontal showers every 4 days or so but organized regular storm systems that last a day or more are very rare. During very hot and humid weather there can be ocean fogs.kasich traffic cameras
We will first be going to 2 dpots in maine than to hallifax and newbrunswick in canada, followed by massachusetts. Does anyone know what the weather is usually in that area around that time? Because we are hoping its not rainy season, thanks.Weather in NewEngland/Canada in august?
There can be rain depending on what hurricanes move up the coast, they are usually fizzled out by the time they get passed the Carolinas but usually carry heavy rains for a couple days, other than that it tends to be occasional rain as humidity builds up
The temperatures vary greatly though from Boston to Halifax
it is usually High 70s in Nova Scotia and high 80s in BostonWeather in NewEngland/Canada in august?
It's normally comfortably warn in daytime, cooling off in the evenings. While expect clear skies, rain is always a possibility. Unless a dying tropical storm shows up, rain shouldn't last too long.Weather in NewEngland/Canada in august?
There are usually scattered frontal showers every 4 days or so but organized regular storm systems that last a day or more are very rare. During very hot and humid weather there can be ocean fogs.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)